Yunnan Cancer Hospital

Yunnan Cancer Hospital (云南省肿瘤医院), also known as The Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University (昆明医科大学第三附属医院), is located at 519 Kunzhou Road (昆州路519号), Xishan District (西山区), Kunming (昆明市), Yunnan Province (云南省). The hospital was established in 1984 and currently occupies an area of approximately 100,000 square meters. It is a provincial-level cancer hospital that integrates medical care, scientific research, education, and prevention. It is also a designated hospital for major diseases under the Yunnan Province medical insurance system.

Yunnan Cancer Hospital has been recognized with numerous awards, including being named a “Civilized Unit” by both the Yunnan Provincial Government (云南省) and Kunming City (昆明市). It is also a “Trustworthy Unit” for pricing and measurement, and has received recognition for its medical ethics and community engagement.

In December 2018, the hospital was selected as one of the first Multidisciplinary Cancer Treatment Pilot Hospitals (肿瘤多学科诊疗试点医院) by the National Health Commission of China (国家卫健委).

Location and Facilities

Address

• Location: 519 Kunzhou Road (昆州路519号), Xishan District (西山区), Kunming (昆明市), Yunnan Province (云南省)

• Hospital Size: Approximately 100,000 square meters

Medical Equipment

The hospital is equipped with advanced medical technologies, including:

• TOMO System

• PET/CT (Positron Emission Tomography / Computed Tomography)

• Full Digital Linear Accelerator

• Stereotactic Radiation Therapy System

• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

• 128-Slice Spiral CT

• Color Doppler Ultrasound Diagnostics

• Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)

• Flow Cytometry Analyzer

• Ultrasound Fiber-optic Bronchoscope

• Breast Biopsy System

These technologies enable the hospital to provide cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Historical Development

• 1984: Establishment of the Clinical Oncology College (昆明医科大学临床肿瘤学院) under Kunming Medical University (昆明医科大学).

• 1992: The hospital was renamed to Yunnan Cancer Hospital (云南省肿瘤医院).

• 2022: The hospital began using the PET/MR (Positron Emission Tomography / Magnetic Resonance Imaging) system, one of the most advanced global imaging devices for diagnosing cancer.

Medical Departments and Specialties

Yunnan Cancer Hospital provides comprehensive medical services through specialized departments:

Clinical Departments

• Respiratory Medicine (呼吸内科)

• Hematology (血液内科)

• General Surgery (普通外科)

• Neurosurgery (神经外科)

• Orthopedic Surgery (骨科)

• Urology (泌尿外科)

• Thoracic Surgery (胸外科)

• Cardiovascular Surgery (心脏大血管外科)

• Oncology (肿瘤科)

• Obstetrics and Gynecology (妇产科)

• Medical Aesthetics (医疗美容科)

• Palliative Care (临终关怀科)

• Anesthesia (麻醉科)

• Pain Management (疼痛科)

• Intensive Care (重症医学科)

• Ophthalmology (眼科)

• Otorhinolaryngology (耳鼻喉科)

• Oral Medicine (口腔科)

• Medical Laboratory Services (医学检验科)

Key Specialty Areas

• Oncology Department: Recognized as a National Clinical Key Specialty (国家临床重点专科).

• Breast Surgery (乳腺外科), Gynecology (妇科), Thoracic Surgery (胸外科), Head and Neck Surgery (头颈外科), and Pathology (病理科) are recognized as Provincial Clinical Key Specialties (省级临床重点专科).

Leadership and Medical Experts

Key Leaders

• Dr. Huang Yun Chao (黄云超)

  • Position: Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Hospital Director.

  • Specializations: Lung Cancer (肺癌), Cardiovascular Diseases (心血管疾病), and complex multi-disciplinary treatments.

  • Notable Roles: Standing Committee Member of the Chinese Medical Association Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery Branch (中华医学会胸心血管外科分会), Chairman of the Yunnan Lung Cancer Alliance (中国肺癌联盟云南省分盟).

• Dr. Dong Jian (董坚)

  • Position: Chief Physician, Professor, and Master’s Supervisor.

  • Specializations: Targeted Therapy (靶向治疗), Biological Therapy (生物治疗), and colorectal cancer (结直肠癌) treatment.

  • Notable Roles: Committee Member of the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association (中国抗癌协会), Vice Chair of the Colorectal Cancer Committee (大肠癌专业委员会).

• Dr. Li Wen Hui (李文辉)

  • Position: Chief Physician, Professor, Deputy Director.

  • Specializations: Radiation Therapy (放射治疗) for lung and breast cancer.

• Dr. Li Gao Feng (李高峰)

  • Position: Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral and Master’s Supervisor.

  • Specializations: Minimally Invasive Treatment (微创治疗) for thoracic tumors.

• Dr. Shen Li Da (沈丽达)

  • Position: Chief Physician.

  • Specializations: Lymphomas (恶性淋巴瘤), Gastric Cancer (胃癌), Colorectal Cancer (大肠癌), Liver Cancer (肝癌), and other gastrointestinal tumors.

Additional Leading Specialists

• Dr. Li Yun Feng (李云峰) – Specializes in colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, and liver cancer.

• Dr. Zou Tian Ning (邹天宁) – Focuses on breast cancer, including reconstructive surgery and aesthetic treatments.

• Dr. Chen De Dian (陈德滇) – Specializes in breast cancer diagnosis and comprehensive treatment.

• Dr. Ren Hong Xuan (任宏轩) – Expertise in managing complications of oncology and drug side effects.

• Dr. Zhang Can Zhen (张灿珍) – Specializes in malignant lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and advanced gastrointestinal tumors.

Medical Facilities

Yunnan Cancer Hospital is equipped with advanced medical equipment for diagnostics and treatment:

• TOMO System for high-resolution imaging.

• PET/CT for precise cancer detection.

• Full Digital Linear Accelerator for radiation therapy.

• Stereotactic Radiation Therapy for targeted cancer treatment.

• MRI and 128-Slice Spiral CT for detailed imaging.

• Color Doppler Ultrasound for non-invasive diagnostic imaging.

• Flow Cytometry Analyzer for blood cell analysis.

• Breast Biopsy System for accurate biopsy procedures.

Recognition and Achievements

In November 2022, Yunnan Cancer Hospital was awarded the title of “Yunnan Province High-Level Talent Service Unit” (云南省高层次人才服务单位), acknowledging its role in advancing medical research and attracting top medical professionals.

Yunnan Cancer Hospital is a leading institution in the treatment of cancer, offering state-of-the-art medical technologies and comprehensive care. With its expert medical staff, advanced research facilities, and clinical expertise, the hospital continues to lead in oncology care and serves as a beacon of hope for cancer patients in Yunnan Province (云南省) and beyond.

Address:

• 519 Kunzhou Road (昆州路519号), Xishan District (西山区), Kunming (昆明市), Yunnan Province (云南省), China.